A professional musician since the age of 14, Robert has over 20 yrs. experience playing all styles of music, and 15 yrs experience as an instructor. Although he studied to be a computer engineer in college, music was his calling so he left school in his third year to do studio work and perform. Since then he has been teaching the tricks of the trade to those who have the interest. He has studied martial arts for 17 yrs., and is an avid golfer.
Favorite Quote: experience is the best teacher
I always thought that I would play for a living. Even the studio work wasn’t what I had in mind. I have played in circuit bands all over, some signed some not, some good some not! Teaching for me came about from playing with great musicians who had no idea of what they were doing. So I would tell them. They thought I was speaking Greek or something. But being a very patient person, I found I had a knack for explaining the complexities of music in a way that could be easily understood. I enjoy jazz music, which seems to employ almost every musical concept and variation, that exists in music. So theory to me is the knowledge that allows you to create your own style. Having taught for 15 yrs, I have found that much to my surprise I enjoy it far more than I ever did playing. I have students that drive every week from as far away as Galveston and Dallas for lessons. Not every teacher is right for every student, and not every student is right for every teacher, but when the combination is correct, magical things will happen. If you are thinking about taking lessons, take your time to seek out an instructor. Don’t choose the first person you come across because of convenience, including me. Your instructor is guiding you in your search for knowledge, make sure you choose a guide that is right for you. And if at all possible, try to find someone who has done for a living what you are wanting to do. Trust me, it makes a difference. Good Luck and tune that thing!!!!!!!...... or.... head down, left arm straight, keep club low to ground,......SWING!!!.....retrieve ball from water hazard!
Terry’s major is trumpet and has been playing drums professionally for
over twenty years. His range of expertise includes performance in
styles from march to symphonic, country to rock and pop to jazz. When
not involved with national and international tours, he teaches and
records. Earlier this year Terry signed on as a Teacher/Endorser with
Pro-Mark. More recently, August of 1999, he became an endorser for
Aquarian Accessories. He also recently toured with Liberty recording
artist Ricky Lynn Gregg. Terry’s drumming brings to East Texas an
array of experience and style that contains a successfully tasteful
combination of dynamics, finesse and power. By sharing this knowledge
and experience, Terry has had many successful students.
There are many areas of music and drumming to study including practicing, playing, reading, writing, recording and programming, timing and technique. Learn about the equipment; learn about the business. This is only a short list of many exciting topics to cover relating to modern drumming. So whether you already play or you are starting from the very first note, now is the time to increase your knowledge and build your drumming skills. The lessons are private, one on one to personalize curriculum to meet specific goals. Your next step toward increasing your skill and fun with music is to call for available lesson times. Thanks and best of luck in your musical endeavors.
